We’re here to help!

A Better Way serves Blackford, Delaware, Henry, Jay, Randolph, Fayette, Wayne, and Union counties. 

A Better Way provides shelter and trauma-informed services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, a walk-in Rape Crisis Center, mobile advocacy, individual counseling, support groups, transitional housing, rapid re-housing, homeless resources and assistance, a 24/7 suicide and crisis support line, education and referrals, bullying, teen dating violence, and domestic violence prevention programs, and a check-in call service for older or disabled homebound persons.

Made possible by Indiana Criminal Justice Institute & Indiana Coalition to End Sexual Assault

A Better Way’s rape crisis center is open 24/7 to survivors of rape or sexual assault seeking services. We provide confidential on-site crisis counseling, safety planning, information & referral, emotional support, legal advocacy, and much more.

Join our team today!

There are many opportunities available to volunteer with us. Our direct service volunteers work alongside staff and provide services to survivors and their children in the areas of crisis intervention, child care, transportation, and emotional support.

Stewards of Children Training

Training materials, provided by Darkness to Light, instruct our staff on how to properly prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.

Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence

After two and a half years of extensive research, ICADV has compiled a comprehensive report of recommendations for communities and domestic violence programs based on interviews conducted with survivors of domestic violence.

Going forward, the report will guide statewide programs, trainings, legislative advocacy and violence prevention initiatives. Please read complete report HERE.